Airworthiness Directives; Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF-19 Propellers, 34003-34004 [06-5284]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 113 / Tuesday, June 13, 2006 / Rules and Regulations Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (i)(1) The Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (2) Before using any AMOC approved in accordance with § 39.19 on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify the appropriate principal inspector in the FAA Flight Standards Certificate Holding District Office. Related Information (j) Brazilian airworthiness directive 2005– 12–03, effective January 19, 2006, also addresses the subject of this AD. Material Incorporated by Reference (k) You must use EMBRAER Service Bulletin 120–36–0016, Revision 01, dated October 4, 2004, to perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this document in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Contact Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER), P.O. Box 343—CEP 12.225, Sao Jose dos Campos—SP, Brazil, for a copy of this service information. You may review copies at the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Room PL–401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC; on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov; or at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at the NARA, call (202) 741– 6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/ federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 31, 2006. Kalene C. Yanamura, Acting Manager , Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 06–5245 Filed 6–12–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2005–21691; Directorate Identifier 2005–NE–13–AD; Amendment 39– 14645; AD 2006–12–19] RIN 2120–AA64 mstockstill on PROD1PC61 with RULES Airworthiness Directives; Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF–19 Propellers AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for VerDate Aug<31>2005 14:46 Jun 12, 2006 Jkt 208001 Hamilton Sundstrand model 14RF–19 propellers. This AD requires replacing certain actuator yokes with improved actuator yokes. This AD results from certain propeller system actuator yoke arms breaking during flight. We are issuing this AD to prevent actuator yoke arms breaking during flight, which could cause high propeller vibration and contribute to reduced controllability of the airplane. DATES: This AD becomes effective July 18, 2006. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations as of July 18, 2006. ADDRESSES: You can get the service information identified in this AD from Hamilton Sundstrand, A United Technologies Company, Publication Manager, Mail Stop 1A–3–Z63, One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT 06096; fax 1–860–654–5107. You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov or in Room PL–401 on the plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Frank Walsh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; telephone (781) 238–7158; fax (781) 238–7170. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We proposed to amend 14 CFR part 39 with a proposed AD. The proposed AD applies to Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF–19 propellers. We published the proposed AD in the Federal Register on December 8, 2005 (70 FR 72947). That action proposed to require replacing certain actuator yokes with improved actuator yokes. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the docket that contains the AD, any comments received, and any final disposition in person at the Docket Management Facility Docket Office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Office (telephone (800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza level of the Department of Transportation Nassif Building at the street address stated in ADDRESSES. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after the DMS receives them. Comments We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the development of this AD. We received no comments on the proposal or on the determination of the cost to the public. PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 34003 Conclusion We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed. Costs of Compliance We estimate that 80 actuator yoke arms installed on airplanes of U.S. registry will be affected by this AD. We also estimate that the required parts will cost approximately $1,350 per propeller and that it will take about 2 workhours per propeller to perform the actions, and that the average labor rate is $65 per workhour. Based on these figures, we estimate the total cost of the AD to be $118,400. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a summary of the costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD Docket. You may get a copy of E:\FR\FM\13JNR1.SGM 13JNR1 34004 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 113 / Tuesday, June 13, 2006 / Rules and Regulations this summary at the address listed under ADDRESSES. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: I PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: I 2006–12–19 Hamilton Sundstrand: Amendment 39–14645. Docket No. FAA–2005–21691; Directorate Identifier 2005–NE–13–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective July 18, 2006. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF–19 propellers with propeller system actuator yoke arms, part number (P/N) 810436–2, which might be installed in actuator assemblies P/N 790119– 6. These propellers are installed on, but not limited to, SAAB 340 airplanes. Alternative Methods of Compliance (i) The Manager, Boston Certification Office, has the authority to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Related Information (j) None. Material Incorporated by Reference (k) You must use Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 14RF–19–61–113, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2003, to perform the replacements and marking required by this AD. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service bulletin in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Contact Hamilton Sundstrand, A United Technologies Company, Publication Manager, Mail Stop 1A–3-Z63, One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT 06096; fax 1–860– 654–5107, for a copy of this service information. You may review copies at the Docket Management Facility; U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL–401, Washington, DC 20590–0001, on the internet at https://dms.dot.gov, or at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federalregister/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on June 6, 2006. Thomas A. Boudreau, Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 06–5284 Filed 6–12–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration Compliance (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, unless the actions have already been done. mstockstill on PROD1PC61 with RULES Unsafe Condition (d) This AD results from propeller system actuator yoke arms breaking during flight. We are issuing this AD to prevent actuator yoke arms breaking during flight, which could cause high propeller vibration and contribute to reduced controllability of the airplane. RIN 2120–AA64 Install Improved Actuator Yoke Arms (f) Using the Accomplishment Instructions of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 14RF–19–61–113, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2003, replace all actuator yoke arms, P/N 810436–2 with improved actuator yoke arms, P/N 810436–3. (g) Mark newly installed actuators using the Accomplishment Instructions of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 14RF– 19–61–113, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2003. (h) After the effective date of this AD, do not install any actuator yoke arms, P/N 810436–2, into any propeller assembly. VerDate Aug<31>2005 14:46 Jun 12, 2006 Jkt 208001 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2006–24365; Directorate Identifier 2006–NM–022–AD; Amendment 39–14641; AD 2006–12–15] Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC–8–400 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier Model DHC–8–400 series airplanes. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracks of the first fuel access panel outboard of the nacelle on the left- and right-hand wings, and related investigative/corrective actions if necessary. This AD also requires eventual replacement of each access PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 panel with a new access panel having a new part number. The replacement terminates the repetitive inspection requirements. This AD results from reports of cracks of the fuel access panels. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracked fuel access panels, which could lead to arcing and ignition of fuel vapor during a lightning strike, and result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: This AD becomes effective July 18, 2006. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of July 18, 2006. ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// dms.dot.gov or in person at the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL–401, Washington, DC. Contact Bombardier, Inc., Bombardier Regional Aircraft Division, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada, for service information identified in this AD. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: George Duckett, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, ANE– 171, New York Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228–7325; fax (516) 794–5531. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Examining the Docket You may examine the airworthiness directive (AD) docket on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov or in person at the Docket Management Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Management Facility office (telephone (800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the street address stated in the ADDRESSES section. Discussion The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to include an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier Model DHC–8–400 series airplanes. That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on April 11, 2006 (71 FR 18239). That NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections for cracks of the first fuel access panel outboard of the nacelle on the left- and right-hand wings, and related investigative/ corrective actions if necessary. That NPRM also proposed to require eventual replacement of each access panel with E:\FR\FM\13JNR1.SGM 13JNR1

Agencies

[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 113 (Tuesday, June 13, 2006)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 34003-34004]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 06-5284]


-----------------------------------------------------------------------

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2005-21691; Directorate Identifier 2005-NE-13-AD; 
Amendment 39-14645; AD 2006-12-19]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF-19 
Propellers

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for 
Hamilton Sundstrand model 14RF-19 propellers. This AD requires 
replacing certain actuator yokes with improved actuator yokes. This AD 
results from certain propeller system actuator yoke arms breaking 
during flight. We are issuing this AD to prevent actuator yoke arms 
breaking during flight, which could cause high propeller vibration and 
contribute to reduced controllability of the airplane.

DATES: This AD becomes effective July 18, 2006. The Director of the 
Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain 
publications listed in the regulations as of July 18, 2006.

ADDRESSES: You can get the service information identified in this AD 
from Hamilton Sundstrand, A United Technologies Company, Publication 
Manager, Mail Stop 1A-3-Z63, One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT 
06096; fax 1-860-654-5107.
    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov 
or in Room PL-401 on the plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Frank Walsh, Aerospace Engineer, 
Boston Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Engine and Propeller 
Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; 
telephone (781) 238-7158; fax (781) 238-7170.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We proposed to amend 14 CFR part 39 with a 
proposed AD. The proposed AD applies to Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF-
19 propellers. We published the proposed AD in the Federal Register on 
December 8, 2005 (70 FR 72947). That action proposed to require 
replacing certain actuator yokes with improved actuator yokes.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the docket that contains the AD, any comments 
received, and any final disposition in person at the Docket Management 
Facility Docket Office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through 
Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Office (telephone (800) 
647-5227) is located on the plaza level of the Department of 
Transportation Nassif Building at the street address stated in 
ADDRESSES. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after 
the DMS receives them.

Comments

    We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the 
development of this AD. We received no comments on the proposal or on 
the determination of the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that 
air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that 80 actuator yoke arms installed on airplanes of 
U.S. registry will be affected by this AD. We also estimate that the 
required parts will cost approximately $1,350 per propeller and that it 
will take about 2 workhours per propeller to perform the actions, and 
that the average labor rate is $65 per workhour. Based on these 
figures, we estimate the total cost of the AD to be $118,400.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    We have determined that this AD will not have federalism 
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a 
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between 
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power 
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866;
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
    We prepared a summary of the costs to comply with this AD and 
placed it in the AD Docket. You may get a copy of

[[Page 34004]]

this summary at the address listed under ADDRESSES.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

0
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, 
the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

0
2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive:

2006-12-19 Hamilton Sundstrand: Amendment 39-14645. Docket No. FAA-
2005-21691; Directorate Identifier 2005-NE-13-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective July 18, 
2006.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Hamilton Sundstrand Model 14RF-19 
propellers with propeller system actuator yoke arms, part number (P/
N) 810436-2, which might be installed in actuator assemblies P/N 
790119-6. These propellers are installed on, but not limited to, 
SAAB 340 airplanes.

Unsafe Condition

    (d) This AD results from propeller system actuator yoke arms 
breaking during flight. We are issuing this AD to prevent actuator 
yoke arms breaking during flight, which could cause high propeller 
vibration and contribute to reduced controllability of the airplane.

Compliance

    (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this 
AD performed within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, 
unless the actions have already been done.

Install Improved Actuator Yoke Arms

    (f) Using the Accomplishment Instructions of Hamilton Sundstrand 
Service Bulletin 14RF-19-61-113, Revision 1, dated September 2, 
2003, replace all actuator yoke arms, P/N 810436-2 with improved 
actuator yoke arms, P/N 810436-3.
    (g) Mark newly installed actuators using the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 14RF-19-61-113, 
Revision 1, dated September 2, 2003.
    (h) After the effective date of this AD, do not install any 
actuator yoke arms, P/N 810436-2, into any propeller assembly.

Alternative Methods of Compliance

    (i) The Manager, Boston Certification Office, has the authority 
to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD if 
requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.

Related Information

    (j) None.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (k) You must use Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 14RF-19-
61-113, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2003, to perform the 
replacements and marking required by this AD. The Director of the 
Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this 
service bulletin in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 
51. Contact Hamilton Sundstrand, A United Technologies Company, 
Publication Manager, Mail Stop 1A-3-Z63, One Hamilton Road, Windsor 
Locks, CT 06096; fax 1-860-654-5107, for a copy of this service 
information. You may review copies at the Docket Management 
Facility; U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001, on the 
internet at https://dms.dot.gov, or at the National Archives and 
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability 
of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on June 6, 2006.
Thomas A. Boudreau,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 06-5284 Filed 6-12-06; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.